Chelsea Delivers Shocking Verdict on Enzo Maresca's Future Following Brighton Humiliation

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca continues to enjoy unwavering backing from the Stamford Bridge hierarchy, even as frustrated supporters increasingly voice their concerns across social media platforms.

Following their Club World Cup triumph during the summer break, Chelsea were widely tipped as genuine title contenders, but their 2025–26 season has begun disastrously. Despite facing a relatively favorable opening schedule, the Blues have managed only two victories from six Premier League matches, while their Champions League defeat against Bayern Munich extends a worrying streak of three losses in four recent fixtures.

Pressure is mounting at Stamford Bridge with social media criticism of Maresca's position intensifying, yet multiple sources indicate the club's leadership remains firmly behind their manager.

The Telegraph reports that concerns are absent even following the 3–1 setback against Brighton & Hove Albion, with club executives viewing this as another instance where circumstances outside Maresca's influence have affected team performance.

Injury problems have plagued the squad throughout the campaign, while disciplinary issues have become a recurring theme. Remarkably, Chelsea have suffered just five defeats over the past six months, with four of those coming after being reduced to ten players.

Key figures at Stamford Bridge remain pleased with Maresca's work when facing equal numbers and feel their trust was justified last term, when Chelsea overcame a much deeper crisis to secure Champions League qualification and Club World Cup success.

According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea's objectives this campaign center on achieving a top-four Premier League finish and making significant progress in cup competitions, with Maresca's performance set to be evaluated at season's end.

Sources suggest there is "absolute faith" in the Italian coach's ability to reverse the current situation, with ownership and the sporting department united in supporting their embattled manager.

Maresca has an opportunity to make a powerful statement to his critics in the upcoming fixtures. Benfica, managed by José Mourinho, visit Stamford Bridge on Tuesday for the Champions League's second round, while a strong showing at home against table-toppers Liverpool next weekend could significantly reduce the growing pressure.